West St. Paul, MN | McDonough Law

If you were arrested for any kind of alleged criminal offense in the greater West St. Paul area of Minnesota, it will be in your best interest to immediately retain legal counsel. An experienced criminal defense lawyer can fight to possibly get your criminal charges reduced or dismissed.

Whether you were arrested for driving while impaired (DWI) or some other criminal offense, McDonough Law can work to help you achieve the most favorable outcome to your case that results in the fewest possible penalties. We represent residents and visitors arrested in West St. Paul as well as many other surrounding areas of Dakota County.

Criminal Defense Attorney in West St. Paul, Minnesota

Michael McDonough has over a decade of experience defending clients accused of criminal charges. His experience allows Michael McDonough to better understand the types of evidence against an alleged offender that can be challenged.

McDonough Law can review your case and discuss all of your legal options during a free initial consultation. Call (612) 481-2797 as soon as possible to take advantage of yours.

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Common Crimes in West St. Paul, MN

McDonough Law aggressively defends individuals accused of many different crimes in West St. Paul. Some of the cases we handle involve such criminal charges as:

• DWI in West St. Paul;
• Drug Charges;
• Violent Crimes;
• Prostitution / Patronizing;
• Theft and Property Crimes;
• Weapon and Firearm Charges;
• White Collar Offenses;
• Charges Involving Administration of Justice;
• Domestic Violence;
• Juvenile Defense;
• Serious Traffic Offenses; and
• Violation of Probation.

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West St. Paul, MN DWI Arrests

United States Highway 52 (US 52) and Minnesota State Highway 110 (MN 110) are two of the major roadways that pass through West St. Paul, although Interstate 494 also runs just south of the city. People can be arrested for alleged DWI offenses on other local roads such as Robert Street, Wentworth Avenue, or Charlton Street.

McDonough Law represents people facing drunk driving charges for the first time as well as alleged repeat DWI offenders. Michael McDonough’s prior experience as a former Assistant Dakota County Attorney helps him understand the factors that can make drunk driving cases difficult to prosecute and identify weaknesses that possibly prevent convictions.

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Court and Law Enforcement Resources in West St. Paul, MN

Police | West St. Paul, MN — On this website, you can learn more about the West St. Paul Police Department. Report a concern, receive notifications, and access agendas and minutes. You can also find information about the department’s patrol and investigation divisions as well as its crime prevention efforts.

Minnesota Judicial Branch | Dakota County District Court — West St. Paul is in Dakota County, in the First Judicial District of Minnesota. The District Court in Dakota County has original jurisdiction in all juvenile, traffic, and criminal cases. Juvenile, gross misdemeanor, and felony criminal cases are only handled at the following location:

Misdemeanors, traffic offenses, and orders for protection can be processed in Hastings or either of the two following courts:

Dakota County Sheriff’s Office — Visit the Dakota County Sheriff’s Office website to submit crime tips, search jail records, and view an organizational chart. You can also perform a criminal complaint, warrant, or inmate search. The website also allows you to meet the Sheriff’s Office command staff.

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West St. Paul, MN Zip Codes

West St. Paul is almost entirely within the 55118 zip code, although a small portion in the northern section of the city falls within the 55107 zip code. Some of the neighboring communities in West St. Paul include:

• South St. Paul — 55075
• St. Paul — 55102, 55107
• Mendota Heights — 55120
• Inver Grove Heights — 55076, 55077

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McDonough Law | West St. Paul, MN Criminal Defense Lawyer

Were you recently arrested in West St. Paul or a neighboring community in Minnesota for allegedly committing a criminal offense? Do not say anything to authorities until you have legal representation.

McDonough Law defends individuals accused of many different types of alleged crimes in West St. Paul and many other surrounding areas in Dakota County. You can have our criminal defense attorney review you case and help you understand all of your legal options when you call (612) 481-2797 or fill out an online contact form to schedule a free, confidential consultation.

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